York Preparatory Academy

1047 Golden Gate Court
Rock Hill, SC 29732

Charter School 1,672 Students

Other K - 12th

School Overview

York Preparatory Academy, located in Rock Hill, South Carolina, is a tuition-free public charter school that serves students from kindergarten through 12th grade. The school is known for its college-preparatory focus, emphasizing rigorous academics alongside a unique character-development program. By fostering a culture of excellence and personal responsibility, York Prep aims to prepare its students not only for university-level coursework but also for success in their professional and personal lives.

A defining feature of the school is its commitment to the "University Model," which structures the learning environment to promote independence and critical thinking. The academy offers a diverse range of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, arts programs, and various student organizations, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience. With a strong emphasis on community and parental involvement, York Preparatory Academy strives to create a supportive, structured, and high-achieving environment for families in the York County area.

1,672

Total Students

106.8

Full-Time Teachers

15.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for York Preparatory Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,168
Hispanic	78
Black	290
Asian	22
Two or More	102
American Indian	12

White
1,168 (69.9%)
Black
290 (17.3%)
Two or More
102 (6.1%)
Hispanic
78 (4.7%)
Asian
22 (1.3%)
American Indian
12 (0.7%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Other
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	SC Public Charter School District
Phone:	(803)324-4400
Grade Range:	K - 12th
Total Students:	1,672
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	106.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 127

Grade 1 130

Grade 2 130

Grade 3 130

Grade 4 130

Grade 5 129

Grade 6 128

Grade 7 130

Grade 8 127

Grade 9 123

Grade 10 128